Agriculture Wildlife Program
Highlights
The Agriculture Wildlife Program is designed specifically for agriculture producers like you. This program offers compensation for wildlife damage to both harvested and unharvested crops. By enrolling, you can protect your business from unexpected losses caused by wildlife such as bison, bear, cranes, deer, elk, moose, mountain sheep, and waterfowl.
Why should you apply?
- Financial Protection: Receive compensation for crop damage, ensuring your business remains stable.
- No Crop Insurance Requirement: While crop insurance is encouraged, it is not mandatory for enrollment.
- Automatic Enrollment: If you purchase crop insurance, you are automatically enrolled in the program.
What’s in it for you?
- Peace of Mind: Knowing that your crops are protected against wildlife damage.
- Easy Qualification: If you meet the basic criteria, enrolling is straightforward.
- Local Support: Access to local contacts for assistance and information.
This program provides a safety net for your agricultural business, helping you manage risks and maintain productivity.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Compensation
Repayment Terms: There are no repayment terms or interest rates as this is a compensation program.
Eligible Expenses:
- Losses caused by wildlife damage to harvested and unharvested crops.
- Only losses from specific wildlife such as Bison, Bear, Cranes, Deer, Elk, Moose, Mountain Sheep, and Waterfowl.
Use of Funds:
- Funds can be used to cover the cost of crop losses due to wildlife damage.
Restrictions:
- Funds cannot be used for any other purpose outside of compensating for wildlife damage to crops.
Fees:
- There are no fees associated with enrolling in the program.
Qualifications
- Must have BC Assessment Farm Status.
- Must own private land or have lease confirmation.
- Must provide a tax reporting number for potential payments.
Must follow best management practices in crop loss prevention.
Disqualifications:
- Losses caused by wildlife held in captivity are not considered.
Description
This program offers your business compensation for losses caused by wildlife. If your crops are damaged by animals like bison, deer, or bears, you can get financial help to cover those losses.
You can use the money for:
- Damaged harvested crops
- Damaged unharvested crops
Conditions:
- You need to follow best management practices to prevent crop loss.
- You must provide proof of BC Assessment Farm Status and land ownership or lease.
No need to buy crop insurance to enroll, but if you do, you are automatically covered by this program. This is a great way to protect your business from unexpected wildlife damage and ensure you are financially secure.
Program Steps
Gather Required Documentation:
- BC Assessment Farm Status
- Proof of private land ownership or lease confirmation
- Tax reporting number for potential payments
Prepare Additional Documentation:
- Records of crop loss prevention practices
- Any existing crop insurance policies (if applicable)
Contact Your Local Office:
- Find the contact information for your local office from the provided list.
- Reach out to discuss the application process and any specific requirements for your area.
Complete the Application Form:
- Obtain the application form from your local office or the program's website.
- Fill out the form with accurate and detailed information about your business and the wildlife damage incurred.
Submit the Application:
- Submit the completed application form along with all required documentation to your local office.
- Ensure you keep copies of all documents for your records.
Follow Up:
- After submission, follow up with your local office to confirm receipt and to check the status of your application.
- Be prepared to provide any additional information or documentation if requested.
Review and Approval:
- Wait for the review process to be completed.
- Upon approval, discuss the compensation details and any further steps required to receive the payment.
Receive Compensation:
- Once approved, follow the instructions provided by the program to receive your compensation for wildlife damage.